Video_x-mas.7z

The "x-mas" naming convention is a social engineering tactic. It relies on curiosity or seasonal relevance to trick users into opening the file, thinking they are receiving a digital greeting card, a funny video, or a holiday gift. 2. Common Risks and Payloads

If you weren't expecting a video from the sender—or if the sender is a stranger—the file is dangerous. video_x-mas.7z

Historically, files named similarly to "video_x-mas.7z" have been used to deliver various types of malicious software: The "x-mas" naming convention is a social engineering tactic